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    What Are the Benefits of Elderberry?

    February 19, 2020

    For centuries, cultures have used elderberries for food and medicine. But what exactly are the benefits of elderberry — and how legitimate are they? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Nutrition, Women's Health

    Tagged with: benefits of elderberry, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic disease, common cold, diabetes, elderberry uses, immune systems, inflammation, influenza

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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    How Does a Plant-Based Diet Benefit You?

    February 13, 2020

    What you eat impacts your health and wellness, and one of the best dietary changes you can make is switching to a plant-based diet. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, vegan diet

    Here's what you need to know about plant-based diets
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    The MIND Diet for Better Brain Health

    November 19, 2019

    Learn what the MIND diet is and how following it could slow or prevent an age-related decline in brain function. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: age-related disorders, Alzheimer's disease, brain health, dementia, depression, diabetes, diseases, high blood pressure, hypertension, Mediterranean, MIND diet, stroke

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  • Article - 11 Minute Read

    Managing Osteoarthritis – It’s a Joint Effort

    September 11, 2019

    Is it just a random ache or pain? Or could it be a sign of osteoarthritis? Find out the symptoms of osteoarthritis in our blog! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health

    Is that joint pain osteoarthritis?
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    Should I or Shouldn’t I Exercise at Night?

    August 2, 2019

    The benefits of working out at night outnumber the cons. Learn more about when you should exercise and how the time of day could affect your overall health! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health

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  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    Health Benefits of Coffee: How Much Should You Drink?

    July 12, 2019

    We already know that your first cup of coffee can provide a jolt of caffeine to help get you started each morning. Is it good for you? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Nutrition

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health

    Over- or underactive thyroid can affect your health
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Know the Facts About Diabetes

    June 19, 2019

    Diabetes affects more than 30 million Americans. Learn essential facts about diabetes, including types, risk factors, and more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: diabetes

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  • Article - 8 Minute Read

    A Spoonful of Sugar: Are All Sugars the Same?

    March 18, 2019

    There are such things as unhealthy sugars and healthy sugars that occur naturally. Check out our blog and learn all about sugar and its effects on the body! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health

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  • Article - 7 Minute Read

    Start Your Day Right: How to Choose Nutritious Cereal Options

    January 14, 2019

    Hungry for cereal for breakfast? What are your best and most nutritious options? Read the UPMC Pinnacle Healthier YOU blog! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: autumn, diabetes, Pinnacle Health

    Start Your Day Right: Choose Nutritious Cereal Options
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